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In 1966, The Elvis Presley film “Spinout,” co-starring Shelley Fabares, premiered in U.S. theaters.
In 1967, On Dark Shadows, in a duel, Barnabas Collins (Jonathan Frid) shot his uncle, Jeremiah (Anthony George).
In 1968, R.C., “Abraham, Martin And John” by Dion peaked at number four on the pop singles chart.
In 1968, R.C., “Goody Goody Gumdrops” by 1910 Fruitgum Company peaked at #37 on the pop singles chart. Obviously, another bubblegum hit from that sub-era.
In 1968, R.C., “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number one on the pop singles chart and stayed there for seven weeks.
In 1968, R.C., “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at #68 on the pop singles chart. It later became the theme for the TV series “The Wonder Years”.
In 1969, The Jackson Five made their first appearance on “The Ed Sullivan Show”, singing their first hit “I Want You Back”.
In 1970, “Instant Karma” single by John Lennon was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1970, “My Sweet Lord” single by George Harrison was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1972, “Born to Boogie,” the film starring Marc Bolan, directed by Ringo Starr and with guest star Elton John, was premiered in London.
In 1972, “Summer Breeze” album by Seals and Crofts was certified Gold by the RIAA
In 1972, Apollo 17 Astronauts EUGENE CERNAN and HARRISON SCHMITT conclude four days of lunar exploration, leaving with over 240 pounds of soil and rock samples. Theyʹd join crew member RONALD EVANS in the main capsule, and return to earth on December 19, completing the last U.S. manned missions to the moon of that era.
In 1973, Jerry Quarry defeated Ernie Shavers in two minutes, 21 seconds of the first round of their heavyweight boxing match in New York. Quarry broke his hand in the short fight and failed miserably at a later comeback attempt.
In 1973, TVʹS MIDNIGHT SPECIAL Hosts LOGGINS and MESSINA (“MY MUSIC”, “YOUR MAMA DONʹT DANCE”, “DANNYʹS SONG”) welcome GUESS WHO (“STAR BABY”, “UNDUN”), BILLY PRESTON
In 1967, "In Cold Blood" was released in movie theaters in the U.S.A.
In 1969, "Generation" was released by National General Pictures; George Schaefer (director); David Janssen, Kim Darby, Pete Duel; Comedy
In 1969, "John and Mary" was released by 20th Century Fox; Peter Yates (director); Dustin Hoffman, Mia Farrow, Michael Tolan; Romantic; Drama
In 1971, "The Hospital" was released by United Artists; Arthur Hiller (director); Paddy Chayefsky (screenplay); George C. Scott, Diana Rigg, Robert Walden, Barnard Hughes, Richard Dysart, Stephen Elliott, Andrew Duncan, Donald Harron, Nancy Marchand, Jordan Charney, Roberts Blossom, Lenny Baker, Richard Hamilton, Arthur Junaluska, Kate Harrington, Katherine Helmond, David Hooks, Frances Sternhagen, Stockard Channing, Dennis Dugan, Jacqueline Brookes, Lonnie Burr, Paddy Chayefsky, Matthew Cowles, Christopher Guest, Tresa Hughes, Sab Shimono, Marilyn Sokol, Tom Spratley, Tracey Walter; Absurdist, Satirical, Black Comedy; Drama, Mystery; Live Action
In 1971, "There's Always Vanilla" was released by Cambist Films / The Latent Image; George A. Romero (director); Rudolph J. Ricci (screenplay); Robert Trow, Bill Hinzman, George Kosana, George A. Romero, John A. Russo, Russell Streiner, Raymond Laine, Judith Streiner, Johanna Lawrence, Richard Ricci, Roger McGovern, Ron Jaye, Louise Sahene, Christopher Priore, Bryson Randolph, Eleanor Schirra, Dorrit Chase, Elsie Doughty; Romance, Comedy, Drama; Live Action
In 1973, "My Name is Nobody (France release)" was released by Universal Pictures / Rafran Cinematografica / Les Filmes Jacques Leitienne / La Societe Im. Ex. Ci. / La Societe Alcinter / Rialto Film Preben Philpsen; Tonino Valerii (director); Ernesto Gastaldi (screenplay); Terence Hill, Henry Fonda, Jean Martin, R.G. Armstrong, Leo Gordon, Steve Kanaly, Geoffrey Lewis, Piero Lulli, Mario Brega, Benito Stefanelli, Alexander Allerson, Antoine Saint-John, Franco Angrisano, Carla Mancini, Karl Braun, Neil Summers, Marc Mazza, Rainer Peets, Tommy Polgár, Antonio Palombi, Hubert Mittendorf, Emil Feist, Luigi Antonio Guerra, Angelo Novi; Comedy; Western; Spaghetti
In 1973, "Superdad" was released by Walt Disney Productions / Buena Vista Distribution; Vincent McEveety (director); Joseph L. McEveety, Harlan Ware (screenplay); Bob Crane, Barbara Rush, Kurt Russell, Joe Flynn, Kathleen Cody, Joby Baker, Dick Van Patten, Bruno Kirby, Judith Lowry, Ivor Francis, Jonathan Daly, Naomi Stevens, Nicholas Hammond, Jack Manning, Larry Gelman, Stephen Dunne, Leon Belasco, Ed Begley Jr., Michael Rupert; Comedy
In 1973, "The Seven-Ups" was released by 20th Century Fox; Philip D'Antoni (director); Albert Ruben, Alexander Jacobs (screenplay); Roy Scheider, Tony Lo Bianco, Larry Haines, Richard Lynch, Bill Hickman, Victor Arnold, Ken Kercheval, Joe Spinell, Rex Everhart, Frances Chaney, Jerry Leon, Lou Polan, Matt Russo, Robert Burr, David Wilson, Ed Jordan, Mary Multari, Benny Marino, Bill Funaro; Mystery; Action
In 1968, “A Man and A Half” by Wilson Pickett peaked at number 42 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Abraham, Martin and John” by Dion peaked at number 4 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Ballad Of Two Brothers” by Autry Inman peaked at number 48 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Come On, React” by The Fireballs peaked at number 63 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Do You Wanna Dance?” by The Mamas and The Papas peaked at number 76 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Don't Be Afraid (Do As I Say)” by Frankie Karl and The Dreams peaked at number 93 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Don't Make The Good Girls Go Bad” by Della Humphrey peaked at number 79 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Goodbye My Love” by James Brown peaked at number 31 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” by Marvin Gaye peaked at number 1 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “I Love How You Love Me” by Bobby Vinton peaked at number 9 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “I Walk Alone” by Marty Robbins peaked at number 65 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Scarborough Fair” by Sérgio Mendes and Brasil '66 peaked at number 16 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “See Saw” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 14 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Slow Drag” by The Intruders peaked at number 54 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “The Worm” by Jimmy McGriff peaked at number 97 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 68 on the U.S. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “'Till” by The Vogues peaked at number 17 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Ballad Of Two Brothers” by Autry Inman peaked at number 41 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Beyond The Clouds” by The Poppy Family peaked at number 75 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “For Once In My Life” by Stevie Wonder peaked at number 5 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Good Time Girl” by Nancy Sinatra peaked at number 86 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Goodnight My Love” by The Duprees peaked at number 93 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Just Ain't No Love” by Barbara Acklin peaked at number 53 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Kentucky Woman” by Deep Purple peaked at number 21 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Pickin' Wild Mountain Berries” by Peggy Scott and Jo Jo Benson peaked at number 31 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Promises, Promises” by Dionne Warwick peaked at number 8 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Right Relations” by Johnny Rivers peaked at number 26 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Sea Shell” by Strawberry Alarm Clock peaked at number 88 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “See Saw” by Aretha Franklin peaked at number 11 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Too Weak To Fight” by Clarence Carter peaked at number 14 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Wichita Lineman” by Glen Campbell peaked at number 1 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 36 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Yesterday's Rain” by Spanky and Our Gang peaked at number 48 on the Canada pop singles chart.
In 1968, “1-2-3 O'Leary” by Des O'Connor peaked at number 4 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Softly, Softly” by The Equals peaked at number 48 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Yours Until Tomorrow” by Gene Pitney peaked at number 34 on the U.K. pop singles chart.
In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 8 on the Australian pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Eloise” by Barry Ryan peaked at number 1 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Just A Little Bit Of Peace In My Heart” by The Golden Earrings peaked at number 3 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Ride My See-Saw” by The Moody Blues peaked at number 12 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “Starstruck” by The Kinks peaked at number 9 on the Netherlands pop singles chart.
In 1968, “With A Little Help From My Friends” by Joe Cocker peaked at number 1 on the Switzerland pop singles chart.
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